Overview
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from central Amman or the Dead Sea. Discover the enchanting lost city of Petra and Little Petra all in one day!
Highlights
- Learn about Petra's magnificent history as you visit the city's main sites
- Listen as your guide describes how the Nabataeans sculpted the buildings in the desert
- Admire the rose-pink masterpiece The Treasury "El Khazneh" and the marvelous Little Petra
- Enjoy a tea break with the Bedouins nestled in the tranquil rose mountains
Kickstart your Arabian adventure from Amman or the Dead Sea, settle into your air-conditioned vehicle and head over for some Petra exploration! You'll drive south early in the morning to the Nabatean Red Rose City of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. As you travel, gaze at the desert landscapes and hear tales of Jordan's history.
Upon arrival, you'll enjoy a 2-hour tour of Petra with your guide. You can walk or ride a horse through the famous "siq", a narrow path of 1.2 kilometers, a rock fissure that was once the main entrance to the city, and marvel at your first glimpse of the hauntingly beautiful Treasury "El Khazneh" as the canyon suddenly opens up. You'll then head over to the main area where you can witness other buildings such as the 3,000-seater Theater, Royal Tombs, and the High Place of Sacrifice: a clifftop altar that was once used for various ceremonies.
As you explore, listen as your guide describes how the Nabataeans sculpted the buildings, and learn how they mastered the harsh desert conditions to make their lives here. After around two hours of exploring, enjoy free time, and if you have enough time you can climb up the monastery on your own.
Return to Petra's entrance and rejoin your vehicle and driver to be transferred to Little Petra to enjoy the other marvelous scenes over there. Enjoy a tea break with the Bedouins before your journey back to Amman or the Dead Sea, where your day trip ends with a hotel drop-off.
What's included
- Professional driver
- Entrance fees to Petra
- Local English-speaking guide
- Tea with Bedouins
- All applicable taxes
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips (optional)
Meeting & pickup
During booking, you will be asked to provide your pickup address from Amman or the Dead Sea. Please re-confirm the pickup place and time directly with the local operator whose contact information can be found in the voucher after booking.
Additional info
- For clients holding Jordan Pass, the entrance fees will be returned directly at the destination upon advising this info by writing to the tour operator
- Please confirm the pickup place and time directly with the local operator. You will find the contact information in the voucher after booking
- It is recommended to bring a hat, plenty of water and sunscreen (especially during summer months). Don't forget your camera!
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the experience starts for a full refund.
Questions
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